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Item Library publishing: We can't do everything, so should we just quit?(2025-06-12) Molina, Rachel; MacIsaac, Olivia; Odell, JereLibrary publishing programs are often not supported by sales and instead are driven by the values of the library. Typically these values include a preference for non-fee open access dissemination. In this context, library publishing programs are at risk of operating under unsustainable and tight budgets while demand for services is on the rise. This is an equation that can lead to diminishing levels of service and professional burnout for the providers of these services. Library budgets and their investments in journal publishing have been under strain. At the same time, journals, policy makers, authors, editors, and funders expect more and more. Linked-data, persistent identifiers (PIDs), XML, accessibility, funding notifications, glitzy websites - where does it end? Given the demands, what is the least that a library can do to work within the values of the library’s mission without losing professional integrity? This session proposes a model for assessing a library publishing program’s investment in a non-revenue generating open access journal publishing service. The model may be used to help a library make decisions about when to take on new titles. Likewise, it will serve as a tool to identify journals that may be at risk of losing the library’s services. Tools of this nature may provide useful starting points for discussions between libraries and university presses interested in forming stronger university-based publishing initiatives.Item "Army Letters of General Interest Will Always Find a Place in Our Columns:" Soldiers' Letters to Ohio Newspapers during the Civil War(Routledge, 2023-05-01) Towne, Stephen E.An analysis of United States Army soldiers' letters published in fifty Ohio newspapers in 1863 reveals that writers strove to maintain social, emotional, and political connections to readers on the home front during the rebellion. Soldiers wrote copious letters for publication conveying information as well as their views on the military and political issues of the moment. Newspaper editors encouraged soldiers to write and filled newspaper columns with combatants' letters.Item Lesson: Privacy & Surveillance(2025-05-29) Dubinsky, Ellen; Gibney, Michele; Rainard, Molly; Schmucker, ScottThis includes the lesson plans and materials that are part of the lesson on privacy and surveillance in the issues module of the curriculum developed by the ONEAL Project (Open Negotiation Education in Academic Libraries). Learners accessing these materials will be able to assess privacy practices of library vendors and advocate for patron privacy protection when negotiating for access to library resources.Item So you're new to library publishing... Me too!(2025-05-08) Molina, RachelA birds of a feather chat at the 2025 Library Publishing Forum for people new to library publishing or new to working in libraries in general. The goal was to connect with fellow newbies and establish communication lines and relationships, share experiences and thoughts, and encourage each other as we move forward in our careers.Item How to Write a Library Cover Letter(2025) Molina, Rachel; Maixner, GaryA brief presentation by University Librarians Rachel Molina and Gary Maixner to current IU Indianapolis Master of Library Science students with information on how to write a good cover letter when applying to library positions.Item Library publishing: We can't do everything, so should we just quit?(2025-05-05) Molina, Rachel; MacIsaac, Olivia; Odell, Jere D.Library budgets and their investments in journal publishing have been under strain. At the same time, journals, policy makers, authors, editors, and funders expect more and more. Linked-data, persistent identifiers (PIDs), XML, accessibility, funding notifications, new formats, glitzy websites - where does it end? Given the demands, what is the least that a library can do to work within the values of the library’s mission without losing professional integrity? How can a library publishing program honor the organization’s intentions to foster and pursue equity for knowledge creators when budgets are tight? This session proposes a model for assessing a library publishing program’s investment in a non-revenue generating open access journal publishing service. The model may be used to help a library make decisions about when to take on new titles or when to launch new publishing initiatives (e.g., monographs). Likewise, it will serve as a tool to identify journals that may be at risk of losing the library’s services. Tools of this nature may provide useful starting points for discussions between libraries, editors, and administration interested in forming or sustaining scalable university-based publishing initiatives.Item What if It Didn’t Happen: Data Management and Avoiding Research Misconduct(Lamar Soutter Library, UMass Chan Medical School, 2023) Coates, Heather; Goben, Abigail; Briney, Kristin; University LibraryAs research misconduct has created reproducibility and researcher reputation concerns, there is an opportunity to recommend data management techniques to assist researchers as they seek to prevent these issues. Also central to the discussion are issues of power in the conduct of research, particularly in upholding the values of honesty and accountability. This commentary discusses how data professionals can engage in practical strategies to protect against allegations of misconduct.Item Data Visualization in Collections: Demonstrating Value(2022-05-24) Macy, Katharine V.This project used data visualization tools to create a collection dashboard which will improve dissemination of University Library’s (UL) collection management data to key stakeholders both internally and externally. The primary goal of the collection dashboard is to communicate the impact of collection management decision-making and express the value provided to our constituents in an easy-to-understand manner. It will be used by internal stakeholders to guide future decisions. This project has three phases: exploration of how other institutions use data visualization and the tools available, stakeholder analysis, and the creation of a sample of visualizations to use in the dashboard.Item Stronger Together: Negotiation Education for All(2024-07-25) Macy, Katharine V.; Galvan, Scarlet; Fuson, Courtney; Ameen, MahasinNegotiation skills are a needed skillset for library workers to use within the workplace and in their personal lives. In the last year, the ONEAL project has developed an open educational resource that teaches negotiation skills. This panel session with the project team will discuss the project, the challenges of negotiating for BIPOC individuals, and walk through the curriculum. While the curriculum was created with the context of vendor negotiation at academic libraries in mind, there are lessons on best practices in negotiation strategy that are useful for all types of library workers in all libraries to use in their work and in their life!Item Preparing to Negotiate the Deal: Analyzing Licenses, Evaluating Terms of the Deal, and Developing Strategies(2025-03-23) Macy, Katharine V.; Galvan, Scarlet; Fuson, CourtneyMany library professionals have experience negotiating licensing or business terms but not both. Optimal strategy requires negotiating both simultaneously, while collaborating. Through a detailed case study, participants will gain experience analyzing license and business terms, including analyzing both library and vendor data before working collaboratively to develop a negotiation strategy. Following this session, participants will be able to: Understand how to approach analyzing a licensing contract, Analyze library and vendor data to evaluate business terms, Develop a negotiation strategy that considers licensing and business terms.